Commercial Lead Operational Policing · England, Wales ·

Bluelight Commercial; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in operational policing seeks a Commercial Lead to manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring maximum value through strategic commercial activities. The role offers opportunities for professional growth in a fully remote and agile environment, emphasizing collaboration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

12% employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave, increasing with service

Life insurance: 4x salary

Wellness vouchers for eye tests and flu jabs

Access to extensive training and e-learning resources

Qualifications

• CIPS qualification at Level 4 and/or at least 3 years of experience in a commercial environment.
• Willingness to work towards Government Commercial Function (GCF) accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Providing commercial support for planning and implementation of initiatives.
• Leading contract and supplier management, including negotiations.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Problem-solving skills

Education

CIPS qualification at Level 4

Job description

Commercial Lead

Reporting to: Head of Category

Dept/Pillar: Operational Policing

Hours: 37 (potentially flexible)

Grade/Salary: From £51,721 (dependent on experience, etc.)

Contract Type: Permanent

Vetting Level: NPPV 3 & SC

Role overview

Commercial Leads manage a portfolio covering multiple categories, taking the lead on specific categories such as aviation (police air support), uniform, drones, etc. This flexible approach enables equitable workload distribution and team agility.

You will be responsible for delivering maximum value through commercial activities, influencing strategy, and managing stakeholder relationships. The role involves contract management activities and supports procurement and contract management across the wider BlueLight Commercial team, offering diversity and professional development opportunities. You will also support senior management with data-driven, evidence-based decisions.

No two days are the same, and the role offers scope for ongoing professional growth.

My Team and the BlueLight Team

You will be an integral part of the commercial team, contributing to our high-performing culture. We leverage technology to plan and deliver work collaboratively and efficiently. Our team is fully remote and agile, making this a unique and exciting environment. We value your wellbeing and support your career development.

My Responsibilities and accountabilities

1. Providing commercial support for planning, implementation, and monitoring of BlueLight Commercial initiatives.
2. Preparing strategic plans, facilitating delivery, and making recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and government policies.
3. Leading contract and supplier management, including supply chain improvements and complex negotiations.
4. Evaluating complex tenders and proposals for goods and services for blue light services.
5. Collaborating with stakeholders to develop and deliver optimal commercial options, ensuring stakeholder commitment at each stage.
6. Building strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
7. Managing stakeholder relationships professionally, facilitating change, and mitigating risks.
8. Working with financial tools to evaluate options and ensure accurate reflection of financial data in plans.
9. Ensuring legal, regulatory, and security compliance, and incorporating diversity, equality, and social value considerations.
10. Leading sourcing processes to meet stakeholder requirements within deadlines and achieve favorable terms.
11. Undertaking any additional work as directed by your line manager.

Qualifications & Accreditations

You should have:

• CIPS qualification at Level 4 and/or at least 3 years of experience in a commercial environment (e.g., procurement, contract management).
• Willingness to work towards Government Commercial Function (GCF) accreditation to Commercial Lead level.

Experience & Knowledge

You should have:

• Relevant experience, such as working in the public sector with knowledge of procurement regulations, Equality Act 2010, and Social Value Act 2012; or private sector procurement experience with an interest in public sector roles.
• Experience in sourcing, implementing, and managing contracts and change management models.
• Proven success in managing the full commercial cycle.

Skills

You should demonstrate:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence collaboratively.
• Strong relationship management skills to build trusted partnerships.
• Persuasiveness and the ability to present options and recommendations effectively.
• High numeracy and analytical skills to deliver insights and solve problems.
• Risk identification and management capabilities, with innovative and commercially astute problem-solving skills.

Personal Qualities

You should be:

• Resilient, capable of managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Commercially and financially astute.
• Dedicated to professional development.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, agile, and flexible.

Our Values

Our values guide our behaviour and decision-making. They are designed to promote inter-connectivity and diversity:

• Be the best
• Be responsible
• Be a team
• Be open
• Be the difference

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We foster an inclusive, diverse work environment where everyone can be themselves. We value all ideas and perspectives to promote innovation and evolution.

What We Offer - Total Rewards Package

• Starting salary: £51,721 p.a. (DOE, dependent on experience)
• Quality equipment for remote work, including laptop, mobile, monitor, chair, desk, and welcome kit.
• 12% employer pension contribution.
• Support for role-specific and career development.
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme.
• Life insurance: 4x salary.
• 28 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Birthday Leave (extra day annually).
• Paid bank holidays.
• Occupational sick pay.
• Wellness vouchers for eye tests and flu jabs.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• One professional subscription annually.
• Access to extensive training and e-learning resources.

Closing Date: 2nd June 2025

Potential Interviews: Week of 16th June 2025

We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received.

* Please inform us confidentially if you need adjustments to participate fully in the recruitment process.

Legal and Vetting Information

The successful candidate will undergo pre-employment checks, including medical screening and vetting (external NPPV3). This is crucial due to the nature of our work. Requirements include:

• Employment eligibility in the UK.
• Residency in the UK for the last 5 years.
• References covering the last 3 years or educational/personal references.

NPPV3 vetting allows access to police premises and systems, including classified material up to SECRET and occasional TOP SECRET access. Satisfying SC level clearance alongside NPPV3 grants access to higher secure information.